Burnley Road is in Bacup and in Rossendale district. OL13 8AG is located in the Bacup electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burnley Road, Bacup, OL13 8AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL13 8BP, OL13 8BS, OL13 8BL, OL13 8BN, OL13 8AE, OL13 8BJ, OL13 8DA, OL13 8EJ, OL13 8DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL13 8AG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 48.9% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.1% | 51.1% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OL13 8AG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40% | 47.8% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.3% | 29.9% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -14.3% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 4.1% |
| Divorced | 15.9% | 14.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 1.3% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.5% | 36.5% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -11.9% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 39.8% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 6.2% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 14.1% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 7.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 19.7% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 12.2% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 17.5% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.3% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.3% | 15.3% | -2.0% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 24% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.4% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 95.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.2% | 95.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.5% | 76.7% | -4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 25.2% | 13.5% | 11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.4% | 37.2% | 17.2% |
| Christian | 39.7% | 46.2% | -6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burnley Road was 289.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.7% higher than the Bacup average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burnley Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Bacup and the 6th highest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Leisure Hall Burnley Road, Bacup, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £651,250 | 2019-07-01 | £850,341 |
| Bacup Leisure Hall Burnley Road, Bacup, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-03-29 | £531,527 |
OL13 8AG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 429 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staghills Nursery School Top Barn Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UE | 4out of 4 | 3,979 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Thorn Primary School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Tong Lane , OL13 9LJ | - not rated | 1,194 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Primary School Burnley Road , OL13 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Lane End Road , OL13 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup Huttock End Lane , Stacksteads OL13 8LD | 2out of 4 | 1,868 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Valley Leadership Academy Fearns Moss , OL13 0TG | 1out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,489 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2ND Rossendale Scout Group | Scout Headquarters, Burnley Road | 129 yd | |
| The Circle Cafe Bacup | Former St John The Evangelist, Burnley Road | 378 yd | |
| Bacup Nursery School | C/O Thorn Primary School, Cowtoot Lane | 407 yd | |
| Zee Desserts Ltd | 11 St James Square, Bacup | 459 yd | |
| Prohibition Bar And Eatery | 3 St James Street, Bacup | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Cricket Supporters Club | Bacup Cricket Club, Greensnook Lane | 254 yd | |
| Bacup Borough Football Club | Bacup FC Sports Club, West View Football Ground | 407 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 12 Yorkshire Street, Bacup | 433 yd | |
| Rossendale Club Limited | 9 Princess Street, Bacup | 459 yd | |
| The British Queen | British Queen, 10 Union Street | 553 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavillion Express | 78 Burnley Road, Bacup | 129 yd | |
| Fryer Goggins | 70 Burnley Road, Bacup | 129 yd | |
| Happy Valley Takeaway | 76 Burnley Road, Bacup | 129 yd | |
| Bammys | King Georges Chambers, 2 St James Square | 408 yd | |
| Tony's Pizzas & Kebabs House | 5 Yorkshire Street, Bacup | 433 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bacup Cricket Club Lanehead Lane | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| Thorn Primary School THORN PRIMARY SCHOOL THORN PRIMARY SCHOOL COWTOOT LANE | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Bacup Borough Football Club Brian Boys West View Stadium Brian Boys West View Stadium Cowtoot Lane | grass pitches | 282 yd |
| Bacup Golf Club Ltd MADEN ROAD | golf | 604 yd |
| Pioneer Health Studio (Closed) Old Pioneer Buildings Old Pioneer Buildings Alma Street | health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Maden Recreation Ground MADEN ROAD | grass pitches | 910 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.